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as in pushes
to apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one
playfully he propelled his rambunctious friend into the swimming pool to cool off
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as in drives
to set or keep in motion
the aircraft is propelled by a pair of turboprop engines
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Recent Examples of propels
That’s the baseline on the industry that propels [us].
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Megan Poinski, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Embracing empathy not only challenges outdated perceptions of leadership weakness but also propels organizations toward a more dynamic and resilient future.
—Jason Richmond, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
This perspective not only elevates the role but also propels businesses toward greater success and community impact.
—Steven Rogall, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Implementing these steps consistently can go a long way in building a happier, more dedicated team that propels your business forward.
—Mark Congdon, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Murphy’s silken melodies coast under Graham Sayle’s coarse dispatches, while a skittering snare beat propels everything forward.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
When the topic turned to the state of cinema, Villeneuve revealed a glimmer of the same optimism that propels him to spend so much time making films about the future.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2024
Reminding the team of their successes creates a positive culture and propels future achievements.
—Kate Wieczorek, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
That’s what propels Skywalkers.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2024
Megan Poinski, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Embracing empathy not only challenges outdated perceptions of leadership weakness but also propels organizations toward a more dynamic and resilient future.
—Jason Richmond, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
This perspective not only elevates the role but also propels businesses toward greater success and community impact.
—Steven Rogall, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Implementing these steps consistently can go a long way in building a happier, more dedicated team that propels your business forward.
—Mark Congdon, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Murphy’s silken melodies coast under Graham Sayle’s coarse dispatches, while a skittering snare beat propels everything forward.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 4 Dec. 2024
When the topic turned to the state of cinema, Villeneuve revealed a glimmer of the same optimism that propels him to spend so much time making films about the future.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2024
Reminding the team of their successes creates a positive culture and propels future achievements.
—Kate Wieczorek, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
That’s what propels Skywalkers.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propels
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Maggie pushes Alice into Nick's moving car, but even that doesn't do the trick of getting rid of her.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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This pushes new programmers to develop skills beyond basic programming.R. Paul Singh, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Tripp Westbrook, the President and CCO of Firehouse, drives innovation against the norm.Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Novartis is a prime example, fostering a culture of curiosity and empowerment that drives both engagement and innovation.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Elle Fanning is Sylvie Russo, a muse who politically activates Dylan at a key moment; the moniker may be different, but a Suze (Rotolo) by any other name smells just as sweet, and Fanning fleshes out a woman who’s too often been relegated to a footnote in Bob’s saga.David Fear, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is getting a big offensive boost as the team activates star wide receiver Allen Lazard ahead of Week 14's faceoff against the Miami Dolphis, NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Propels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propels. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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